Friedrich Ebert Foundation: Scholarship for International Students

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Programme Description Applicants come from countries in the Global South (Asia, Africa, Latin America), post-Soviet states as well as eastern and south-eastern European (EU) countries. Students in any subject area are eligible to apply, if they demonstrate excellent academic merit, already study in Germany , are committed to the values of social democracy and live by them. Sponsored students receive material and non-material support so that they have no financial worries during their studies and have more time for their volunteering. Target Group particularly gifted students from countries in the Global South (Asia, Africa, Latin America), post-Soviet states as well as eastern and south-eastern European (EU) countries. The candidates' aptitudes and personalities show excellent promise for an academic or professional career. Students or doctoral candidates from OECD countries are not eligible for funding. Moreover, candidates are expected to show commitment to the values of social democracy. Academic Requirements • enrolment at a state or state-recognised higher education institution in Germany • The funding for international students includes Bachelor's, Master's and Diploma degree programmes, as well as degree programmes leading to the state examination. • above-average study-related performance and first graded certificates of academic achievement Number of Scholarships up to 40 scholarships per year Duration maximum funding period corresponds to BAföG regulations Scholarship Value International students receive a monthly base amount of 992 EUR. In addition, costs for health insurance are funded and scholars with a child can receive additional allowances. The scholarship does not have to be repaid. Application Papers All application forms and further information on the application procedure can be found here . Application Deadline Applications may be submitted at any time; there are, however, specific timelines which are detailed here .

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